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Anti-inflammatory Broccoli Soup


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  • Author: betty-m
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A nourishing and vibrant broccoli soup packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients, perfect for chilly evenings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • 1 clove garlic (chopped)
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Pinch of red chili (sub with cayenne pepper if desired)
  • 1 carrot (chopped)
  • 23 stalks celery (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (or water)
  • 3 cups broccoli (chopped)
  • 4 cups greens (kale, collards, or whatever you have on hand)
  • 1/2 lemon (juiced)

Instructions

  1. Heat a medium saucepan on medium heat and add the ghee.
  2. After the ghee melts, add the garlic and sauté briefly until it just starts to brown.
  3. Add the turmeric and red chili, and sizzle for about 20 seconds.
  4. Toss in the chopped carrot, celery, salt, and vegetable broth or water; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
  6. Add the broccoli and greens, and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes.
  7. Turn off the heat and use an immersion blender to coarsely blend the soup.
  8. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and re-season with salt to taste.

Notes

For extra creaminess, consider adding coconut milk or yogurt before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg